Age-Related Differences in Electromyographic Latencies of the Lower Limb Muscles in Standing Sprint Initiation in Boys During Childhood and Adolescence.
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Abstract
Purpose: The aim of our study was to investigate age-related differences in childhood and adolescent boys' performance, including initial reaction time and electromyographic (EMG) latencies of leg muscles during sprint start.
Methods: Forty-six Japanese boys, aged 5-19 years, participated in this study. The participants performed 5 consecutive 2-m sprints, starting with the boys' preferred split-stance starting posture. Ground reaction force data of the front and rear feet and surface EMG data of the rectus femoris, biceps femoris, and gastrocnemius muscles in both legs of all participants were measured using a wireless EMG system.
Results: As chronological age increased, the initial reaction time was largely shortened until the breakpoint age of 8.6 years and was moderately shortened thereafter. The EMG latencies of the posterior thigh and shank muscles of the rear leg were also shortened largely long before reaching the adolescence; in contrast, those of the front leg muscles were largely shortened until adolescence.
Conclusions: Reaction behavior with complex whole-body motion may develop long before the onset of adolescence. In particular, adjusting the rear leg motion may contribute to the rapid development of whole-body reaction maturation.
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Pediatric Exercise Science is a journal committed to enriching the scientific knowledge of exercise during childhood and adolescence. To this end it publishes information that contributes to an understanding of (a) the unique aspects of the physiologic, physical, biochemical, and psychologic responses of children to exercise, (b) the role of exercise in the treatment of pediatric chronic diseases, (c) the importance of physical activity in the prevention of illness and preservation of wellness, and (d) the means by which participation in sports may be made safer and more enjoyable for children and youth. Consideration will be given for publication of work by various methodologies consistent with the scientific approach.
Besides original research, the journal includes review articles, abstracts from other journals, book reviews, and editorial comments. Pediatric Exercise Science encourages the expression of conflicting opinions regarding children and exercise by providing a forum for alternative viewpoints. At the same time it serves as a means of accumulating a base of research information that will allow application of experimental data to clinical practice. The scientific disciplines contributing to this body of knowledge are diverse. Therefore it is the purpose of this journal to provide a common focus for disseminating advances in the science of exercise during childhood. In doing so, the journal allows the opportunity for cross-fertilization of ideas between disciplines that will potentiate the growth of knowledge in this field. Pediatric Exercise Science seeks to stimulate new ideas regarding exercise in children and to increase the awareness of scientists, health care providers, and physical educators of the importance of exercise during childhood.
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